Sculpture
Qualifications
Overview
With Sculpture studies, you will explore time, space, and context behind crafted objects.
Build your artistic practice through the use of different materials, processes, theories, and contemporary techniques.
There is strong competition for places in the Intermediate Year (first year) of the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) – see the degree page for information on entry requirements and how to apply.
- Create your own body of works and sculptural projects.
- From second year you will have 24-hour access to your own studio space where you are able to explore your personal and academic creativity.
- Make use of purpose-built studios, workrooms, technical workshops, and the Ilam Campus Gallery.
Sculpture major
For the major in the Bachelor of Fine Arts, complete the following courses:
200-level
300-level
- SCUL311 Sculpture 3
- Two courses chosen from Bachelor of Arts subjects at any level
At least one 300-level ARTH course must be completed if you want to be eligible for Honours in your fourth year.
400-level
- SCUL411 Sculpture 4
- Two courses chosen from Bachelor of Arts subjects at any level
If you are completing your fourth year at Honours level, you will take FINA450 Honours Research instead of the 400-level courses above.
Along with experience and technical skills working with different tools and materials, university studies in Sculpture give you an opportunity to make industry connections, explore Aotearoa art spaces, and be exposed to new areas so you can grow your practice in new ways.
Some career pathways could include:
- Sculpting
- Designing
- Art gallery management
- Art consulting.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Fine Arts.
Contact us
Te Kura Kōwaiwai | Ilam School of Fine Arts
Phone +64 3 369 1792
Email finearts@canterbury.ac.nz
Location
Fine Arts building, Block 2 – see campus maps
Postal address
Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
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